Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid
All-court players who want a thermoformed carbon hybrid
$165at Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Loco Standard
Players who want foam-core pop with a big, forgiving face
$149.25at Bread & Butter
Ratings Head to Head
Bread & Butter Filth HybridBread & Butter Loco Standard
Power8.59
Control99
Spin98.5
Sweet spot9.510
Research score9.09.1
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid | Bread & Butter Loco Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.1 | 9.4 |
| Touch players | 9.1 | 9.2 |
| Power hitters | 8.9 | 9.1 |
| Spin players | 9.0 | 8.9 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the Bread & Butter Loco Standard rates 9 to the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid’s 8.5.
- The Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid also leads on spin, 9 to 8.5.
- Sweet spot goes to the Bread & Butter Loco Standard (10 vs 9.5).
- They tie on control (9).
- Different shapes: the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid is hybrid and the Bread & Butter Loco Standard is standard (wide-body).
- Price: the Bread & Butter Loco Standard costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Go with the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid if you want more spin.
Go with the Bread & Butter Loco Standard if you want more power and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a power hitter.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid | Bread & Butter Loco Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.0–8.1 oz | 8.0–8.1 oz |
| Shape | Hybrid | Standard (wide-body) |
| Length | 16.2 in | 16 in |
| Width | 7.6 in | 8 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Core | High-density polypropylene core | Dual-density foam (EPP and EVA) |
| Face | Raw T700 carbon fiber | Raw T700 carbon fiber with a fiberglass layer |
| Handle length | 5.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in | 4.25 in |
| Price | $165 | $149.25 (list $199) |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Yes |
Specs as published by each manufacturer. Prices are checked daily on each brand’s own store; the checkout price is final.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid or the Bread & Butter Loco Standard?
On our spec-based scale the Bread & Butter Loco Standard scores higher (9.1 vs 9.0). By player type, the Bread & Butter Loco Standard suits beginners and power hitters better.
Which has more power, the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid or the Bread & Butter Loco Standard?
The Bread & Butter Loco Standard rates higher for power on our scale (9 vs 8.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid or the Bread & Butter Loco Standard?
The Bread & Butter Loco Standard scores higher for beginners (9.4 vs 9.1), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Bread & Butter Filth Hybrid and Bread & Butter Loco Standard approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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